When Joanna Loved Me

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About When Joanna Loved Me

"When Joanna Loved Me" is a 1964 song. The words were written by Jack Segal and the music by Robert Wells . The song was popularised by Tony Bennett, although other versions have been recorded by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Paul Desmond and, on his first solo album, Scott Walker.


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Today is just another day, tomorrow is a guess
But yesterday, oh, what I'd give for yesterday
To relive one yesterday and its happiness

When Joanna loved me
Every town was Paris
Every day was Sunday
Every month was May

When Joanna loved me
Every sound was music
Music made of laughter
Laughter that was bright and gay

But when Joanna left me
May became December
But, even in December, I remember
Her touch, her smile, and for a little while

She loves me
And once again it's Paris
Paris on a Sunday
And the month is May

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Tony Bennett

Anthony Dominick Benedetto, better known as Tony Bennett (born August 3, 1926), is an Italian-American singer of popular music, standards, show tunes, and jazz. Bennett is also a serious and accomplished painter, having created works—under the name Anthony Benedetto—that are on permanent public display in several institutions. He is the founder of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in New York City. more »

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Written by: ROBERT WELLS, JACK SEGAL

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10 facts about this song

Music Genre
"When Joanna Loved Me" is classified under the genre of traditional pop, which emerged from the swing era and big band music, characterized with an orchestral arrangement.
Artists
Though the song is most associated with Tony Bennett who popularized it, it was also performed by other remarkable artists including jazz saxophonist Paul Desmond and British-American singer Scott Walker.
Release Date
Tony Bennett first released "When Joanna Loved Me" in 1964. The Paul Desmond version was recorded later in 1965.
Chart Performance
Tony Bennett's rendition of "When Joanna Loved Me" was a commercial success, reaching the Top 20 of the Adult Contemporary chart and peaking at #94 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1964.
Songwriters
The song was written by Robert Wells and Jack Segal. Robert Wells was also known for co-writing "The Christmas Song" with Mel Tormé, while Jack Segal co-wrote the jazz standard “Scarlet Ribbons (For Her Hair)".
Album Information
"When Joanna Loved Me" features on Tony Bennett's album, "The Many Moods of Tony", which is a compilation album released in 1964.
Cover Versions
Scott Walker covered the song in 1966 on his debut solo album titled "Scott". Additionally, Frank Sinatra also performed a memorable cover of "When Joanna Loved Me" in his 1969 album "My Way".
Jazz Interpretation
Paul Desmond's version of "When Joanna Loved Me," unlike Bennett's vocal-centric delivery, gives the song a classic jazz interpretation, with the saxophone taking the lead.
Song Reception
Over time, "When Joanna Loved Me" has become a beloved jazz standard, appreciated not only for its romantic lyrics but also for its tune that leaves plenty of space for an artist's interpretation.
Live Performances
Bennett has often performed "When Joanna Loved Me" in his live concerts, reflecting how well-liked and enduring the song is in his repertoire.

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